Yucoco Handmade Chocolate - Daisy Reviews ♡

If chocolate doesn't make you smile on rainy day, then what does? Yucoco are here to save any wintery blues!

Yucoco are an online, unique British business with over 1 BILLION combinations of chocolate to create, what could be better?  From nuts to nougat and caramel to cookie crumbs, the number of toppings is endless and you can have up to 5 per bar. 

Yucoco are all about making your product personal, you can name your bar and include a card for someone special...even if that someone is yourself! Once you've made the hardest decision about the flavour of your bar and included toppings, it will arrive between 3-5 business days!

These bars are perfect gifts for any occasion, birthdays, anniversarys and the upcoming valentines day. The prices range from £4 for a plain bar which comes in milk, white or dark. Or £4.50 for the terrific trio in which you get all flavours in one! The bars are more than a reasonable size of 120g. 

Packaging is also a priority and looks great with the Yucoco bar. It comes in a plastic bag to keep your chocolate fresh and can last for a few months, how could you resist it for that long? 

Marvellous milk chocolate with, mini bars, chocolate fudge, a large white chocolate button, pieces of flake and white chocolate drizzle!

For those who want to indulge, you can have toppings such as fudge or salted caramel, but for those who are more health concerned you can have dark chocolate and dried fruit, the possibilities are endless! They also bring out seasonal toppings, and for valentines day you can choose love hearts or jelly hearts.

To order a bar or just to browse the many possibilities, click here

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xoxo, 

Soph and Beth

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Prime Time - Top 5 Makeup Primers ♡

Primers are an everyday essential in our makeup routines, but whether you use a long-lasting one could make or break your look.

The purpose of a primer is to keep your makeup lasting as long as it's full potential and to improve coverage. Finding your perfect primer can be a challenge, so we've compiled a list of our 5 top primers.

5. Benefit Stay Flawless 15-Hour Primer (£24.50)  

Benefit would usually be top of the list but in this case of primers, they're not. (Soph is the only one who has used this.) I received a mini sample of this primer from Sephora when I was in Canada and loved it, so I bought the full size. After using other primers I found out that it wasn't as good as I originally thought, but still holds makeup for a long time. I wouldn't say 15 hours as advertised, but it does have a good consistency and easy application as a stick. For me, it worked better with BB cream as when used with foundation it appeared patchy. Overall, a good primer but maybe not worth the price.

4. Rimmel Fix & Perfect Pro Primer (£6.99)

We both bought this primer at Clothes Show Live 2014 in a Rimmel goody bag, and after reading a lot of positive reviews about it we were both looking forward to trying it out. This primer is perfect for a quick fix; we use it for school as it does exactly what it says. It is said to smooth, resurface, brighten, mattify & protect as a 5 in 1 primer. The packaging doesn't stand out nor does the product, but is simple and practical for if you're in a rush or using primer for the first time and works well on all skin types.

3. Technic 'Smooth It' Primer (£3.99)

For our skin tones, we both prefer a silicone-based primer and that's exactly what Smooth It is. We both love the packaging, simple but the shape is effective. Since its a circular pot, the only negative about this is that you have to put your hand in the pot, sometimes leaving excess product in your nails. This might just be a personal thing but in terms of product quality, this primer applies so well to your face but has a quite a thick consistency. For its price, it is definitely worth the money.

2. Benefit The POREfessional Primer (£24.50)

We have both used this countless times, whether its been full size or sample, the POREfessional is a staple in any modern makeup lover's bag. It does cover up pores, even if its not instantly and gives a matte almost flawless base before applying makeup. The tube isn't completely full and it is quite a big tube, but the packaging is beautiful and overall worth the price.

1. Maybelline Baby Skin Instant Pore Eraser (£7.99)

Here we are..number one! Maybelline has always been a favourite, both on our Instagrams and in our makeup bags. As we've previously said, silicone based primers work better on our skin. Even though this is now available in Rose & Apricot, the original has a better texture and helps foundation last longer. The primer is really smooth and works well on most skin combinations and in terms of drugstore primers, this is definitely the best you can get. 

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Soph and Beth

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Winter Weekend OOTD ♡

As the snowflakes begin to fall and temperatures drop, it's the perfect time to wrap up warm and wear cute a beanie.

I've always loved winter; drinking hot chocolate and coming home back into the warm are two great feelings. I love wearing jumpers and hats, and here is a little outfit of the day post featuring my new beanie from Spiral Designs. 

Spiral Designs are a UK based company with a wide range of both new, unique hat, belt, clothing and bag designs. Their bags are perfectly sized for any winter adventure you may encounter and come in a huge range of designs, from tie dye to tribal, whatever your style! Click here to explore!

Here is my OOTD for a warm winter's walk last weekend...

Beanie- Sprial Designs, £9.99 available here. Go and check them out!

Jacket- Topshop, £60
Rollneck Top- Primark, £4
Tartan Flannel- L.O.G.G at H&M, £12
High Waisted Jeggings- Gilly Hicks, £35
Boots- Primark, £18

Technic 'Smooth it Primer' 
Rimmel London Match Perfection Foundation in Ivory
Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer in Medium
Rimmel Clear Complexion Powder in Translucent
Technic Mega Blush
Ted Baker Pearly Pink Illuminator 

W7 Prime Magic Eye Primer
W7 In the Buff Palette (Shades; Buff, Topaz & Earth)
E.L.F Brightening Eyeliner in Black
Technic Lashitude Mascara

EOS Blueberry Lipbalm
MAC Lipstick in Rebel

(Photos taken by Beth, Instagram - bethxkate)

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xoxo, 

Soph and Beth

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Start Of Something New - Daisy Chains & Paper Planes♡

From beauty to blogging,  the internet to Instagram 2014 was a big & beautiful year in our world. 

Last year we both started our beauty related Instagrams, posting multiple times a week about products we love and big beauty trends. Now we both have built up a base of followers that has led us onto some amazing experiences. We've been to events such as Clothes Show Live and various blogger events and even been sent products from big brand names such as Batiste Dry shampoo, Beauty UK & So with Attitude...? Fragrances.

This year we hope to make it better than ever, try new things, tick off our beauty bucket list and continue to review and recommend products as well as broadening our ever changing makeup looks and style. This is why we wanted to start a collaboration blog, both having 5700+ & 4900+ Instagram followers we wanted to get our work and reviews out to more people and continue to head into a future of careers in fashion, journalism and photography.

Every week we will upload a post, whether its fashion, beauty or lifestyle, there is always something new to blog about. 

We post on our Instagrams every 2-3 days and we are active daily.  Click here to follow Beth's Instagram and here to follow Soph.

Here's to a year of beauty blogging!

xoxo,

Soph and Beth

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(Not so..) Monday Minute-So...? Eternal

Well I know its not Monday but...here's another (not so) Monday Minute with So...? Fragrances. Just smile and think of the weekend...

As you know over the next few weeks and months I'm writing about my favourite products from So...? Fragrances including what they are known best for, beautiful body sprays and perfumes, luscious lip balms and dry shampoo. This is the second of my collaboration posts and it's 100% my own views, it's not sponsored, just as a disclaimer.

Today I'm going to do a quick review of my favourite fragrances that I've tried, So...? Eternal. My first impression of this was the gorgeous and girly design of the bottle with pinks, whites, and purples crossing across the packaging, and of course, the purple diamond.

One of my favourite So...? Fragrances

With bottom notes of amber, sandalwood and vanilla, heart notes of violet, pink peony and orchid and top notes of clementine and lemon, the unique scent of this fragrance makes it a stand out from the So...? range. I love the combination of fragrances all in one and as I have nearly ran out I am tempted to buy a new bottle or even try the elegant perfume version.

I also have the lip balm of this fragrance as I think it's very light and sweet so it's not too heavy for daily use. Eternal was one of the first fragrances I ever tried from So...? as it's delicate and delicious. I think this scent is perfect for summer as it is not as heavy as other fragrances like So...? Superstar. One thing I would say that it is a bit sickly if you don't like really strong, sweet scents but overall I love wearing it.

So...? Eternal is available from all supermarkets and Superdrug;

Body spray- On offer at Superdrug for 98p!

Perfume- On offer at Superdrug for £2.98!

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Batiste Dry Shampoo-Daisy Reviews

So after a busy month and a half of travelling and school work I'm back and blogging, better than before. 

Dry Shampoo=every girl's hero, whether to spray excess grease away or to add extra volume when styling there is always a bottle lying around in every beauty girl's bedroom. Batiste, the UK's best selling dry shampoo is my most used hair product, as it always leaves my hair feeling super refreshed and ready for the day ahead. Also I love the amazing fragrances that last all day.

The very lovely Lisa, at Batiste, sent me some beautiful brand new fragrances and invited me to take on the Try it Dry challenge.

From left- Pixie Lott fun & floral, Monochrome, Oriental & another Pixie Lott.

Batiste has always been a family favourite but I'll admit I never used to be much of a fan due to the fact that my Mum always uses the same scent, the exotic dry shampoo (the yellow can). After receiving these products I have changed my mind and starting using some whenever my hair needs to be refreshed. Also to celebrate the release of the limited edition of the Pixie Lott fun & floral fragrance, I may do an Instagram giveaway as I was sent two (@sophielouisaxo I follow back...shameless self promotion y'know).

Out of all the dry shampoos my favourite has to be the gorgeous oriental one, with the pretty and opulent scent. Look to the East with the new Batiste Oriental scent! The packaging is so gorgeous and is one of the latest scents to be added to the Batiste family. I think this scent is perfect for the Summer as it's light but smells delicious. I think its also very refreshing for your hair and friends of mine have used this one too as it's fresh on the shelves and they agree it's the prettiest bottle and the most gorgeous scent ever from Batiste. Always remember when using any dry shampoo, hold the can 30cm away from your head and spray into the roots and massage it thoroughly, before leaving it for 2 mins then brush through and style. If you spray too close to your head it will leave a white patch..which has happened to everyone before! The Oriental scent is so elegant, gorgeous and girly and is my favourite scent yet. 

The next fragrance I received is the striking, spicy and sassy Monochrome scent which I think is perfect for adding extra volume to any up-do for added retro glam.

So get ready to get groovy baby with the Monochrome scent added to the Batiste range to give some retro vibes. I think that the Monchrome is the perfect pick-me-up scent for a sassy but classy style. Compared to the Oriental scent, it definitely gives you more volume and vibrancy to your hair which I believe is great for a night out. It does have a heavier scent whereas the Oriental one has such a light and delicate scent that it's perfect for Summer. This one also has a very unique scent with orange blossom and pepper notes to give it some spice but is still lovely. To add extra volume again I'd use the plumping powder if you're not fussed on the spray, click here. It's an exclusive to Boots so get your hands on one before they're all gone!

The last scent I was scent to review is the brand new Pixie Lott fun and floral fragrance which has a gorgeous, playful, summery scent perfect for every girl. Pixie Lott has done an amazing collaboration with Batiste and I love this limited edition scent, the bottle has such an unique design and you still get added volume with long lasting fragrance. To watch Pixie's quick tutorial of how to use Batiste and how to style your hair with it, click here.

Pixie is known for her super style and gorgeous hair that is always styled to perfection with volume and vibrancy. After using the Pixie Lott fragrance it did revitalize my hair with some added volume but not as much as I hoped, I adore the scent but I was hoping it would be something more spectacular as there as been so much build up for this product. Overall, I do love it and I would be happy to re-purchase as I think it has the best day-to-day scent without being too heavy or too light as it has notes of jasmine but I love the bottle design, definitely something that would catch my eye when choosing off the shelf in a store. At the moment if you buy a bottle of this from Boots you can get an exclusive download of a Pixie Lott song and £2 off her album!!

So out of all them the best one definitely has to be the Oriental one for it's enchanting, elegant and enriching scent and the pretty little packaging. Every girl needs a bottle of dry shampoo and now it's your chance to Try It Dry with promotions both at Boots and Superdrug. All Batiste products are better than half price at Superdrug, so give the Pixie Lott fragrance a go and show your wild side. If there isn't a Superdrug near you, Boots have a 3 for 2 promotion across all hair products, so why don't you try Monochrome or Oriental and the Plumping Powder and get one free? Batiste do so many fragrances including the exclusive Urban and two that I want to try so so much, the XXL volume booster and cool & crisp. So why not show your hair some love and Try it Dry? With a fragrance for every type of girl, join the 2.5 million girls across the UK who are already loving Batiste. Find your Batiste style and Try it Dry!!

Thank you once again to Lisa and Dawn at Batiste for sending me these products, this is my honest review on them and I'm not being biased. I was very lucky to receive these and any other products I have mentioned were bought with my money. This post or the Batiste posts on my Instagram are not sponsored in any way at all! :) 

If you were wondering...

Makeup-

No.7 Lash Impact Mascara- £13.50, Boots
No.7 Pop & Glow Cream Blush Stick- £9.95, Boots
Benefit Stay Flawless 15 hour Primer Stick- £24.50*, Benefit Counter at Boots

E.l.f Highligher Stick-received as a gift MUA Heaven and Earth eye shadow palette-£4, Superdrug (I used one of the lighter shades, it doesn't have an individual name)
Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer in 03 Warm Medium-£4.19, Boots and Superdrug
Rimmel Stay Matte Pressed Powder in 005 Silky Beige-£3.99, Boots and Superdrug
EOS Lip Balm in Strawberry Sorbet-£5.99, Selfridges & Co

Nails-

Essie 'First Base' Base Coat-£8.99, Boots
MUA 'Natural Days'-£1, Superdrug
Model's Own 'Juicy Jules' Glitter Top Coat**

My t shirt is from Generation 915 (the kid's section) at New Look, £7.99

*- I have the smaller size of the Stay Flawless Primer which came free with a $50 Benefit purchase from Sephora while I was in Canada.
**-I got this from the Clothes Show, but is available from the Model's Own website for £5, click here.

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Miss Patisserie-Daisy Reviews

Who doesn't love a quick dip in the bath, soaked in mini mountains of beautiful bubbles and being cascaded by the fascinating fragrances of bath bombs?

Miss Patisserie, one of my favourite companies, sent me some of their amazing products to try and I think I'm officially in love with them. After seeing the little Miss Patisserie stand in a vintage store not far from my house I was intrigued by the gorgeous packaging, I mean who couldn't resist not only a beautifully scented bath bomb but one in a little box with pugs on? I did forget to upload the photo below of their stand on Instagram before receiving my products, oops! 

Miss Patisserie are a UK based company who never test their products on animals and their bath bombs are some of the best I've ever tried! With the most perfect packaging and unique products, Miss Patisserie is definitely a company to buy from. 

La Vie en Rose Bath Fizzy Body Scrub

This is by far my favourite product from Miss Patisserie, it's such a good idea and makes Miss Patisserie different from any other company. In a cute little cupcake shape, the base of this product is a bath bomb and the top is a body scrub. Simply drop it into the bath and the bath bomb will fizz away then you are left with an exfoliating bath scrub, which left my skin super smooth and smelling sensational. The fragrance of the bath bomb lasts for a very long period of time which I was very pleased by and with an irresistibility cute box that it comes in I'm going to buy some more! Click here to see the range on their website. 

Gorgeous glitter and fabulous fragrance!

Yes, you may swoon over the pugs and gorgeous illustrations, go to their website for more!

Detox Egg

I think this is for Easter but it smells so so nice! This product has the strongest scent of all of them but has an amazing colour! It lasts for about 15-20 mins in the bath but fizzes for a long time, creating a bold blue/turquoise colour. Once again the fragrance remained in my bathroom for a few hours, as soon as I walk in to the bathroom I can smell the Miss Patisserie products over the scent of my LUSH ones which shows something. I'm very happy with this product and adore it's cute shape, would love to get my hands on another one to try again! The cocoa butter in the product really softens your skin, the Detox Egg is a must for the Easter season.

Fizzy Ball

Unfortunately, I don't know the name of this product. I think it's Jungle Flowers but anyway, this is my favourite fragrance out all the products as it is so strong and zesty! I love all the glitter and the bright colours that the fizzy balls give you in a bath, they're so bold and bright it's amazing!

Passion Fruit Lip Tint

Along with the bath products I was sent, I also received a lovely little lip tint. With a deep, rich plum colour and a delicious passion fruit scent, this lip tint is gorgeously packaged in Miss Patisserie's signature black and white print. Even though I love the smell of this product, I had to apply it a few times to get some good moisture but that is the only negative point, otherwise I love it! A nice alternative to Baby Lips and from a local company.

Once again thank you to the terrific team at Miss Patisserie for sending me these products. I'm going to pick up a few more now after trying these, Miss Patisserie have an amazing range and it's definitely worth ordering from them! 

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